Concept |
My collection, ‘LOTRERIA’ explores the relation between how I see things and how my brain interprets them. Using the Lotería cards as my inspiration, I have designed garments that respond to the cards by focusing on what I consider their most dominant characteristic. Using my learning disability as a tool, I have created this collection to showcase how I respond to objects, colors while also reflecting my Mexican background, style and design process.
Bio |
Valeria Watson is a Mexican multidisciplinary artist and fashion designer. She is currently studying at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago with a focus in Fashion Design and Construction. Her designs aim to create a surreal reality through her use of colors, textures, and other contrasting elements. She enjoys experimenting with interactions of how a garment would exist on its wearer and the larger context of everyday environment. Her final garments appear different from what is known as ready- to wear clothing and take on more a sculptural and wearable art form.